The People's Orchestra

The People's Orchestra Make Music, Change Lives 🎵
Find your place to Play, Sing and Belong! Join our Community Orchestras, Choirs, Big Band with a 2-week free trial.

Open to all levels. Award-winning UK charity since 2012
| Reg. Charity No. 1151321 | Link in bio! The People’s Orchestra is a Midlands based music charity with an overriding vision to share the fun of music-making and keep people playing and singing music. The charity helps unemployed people back into work through its award-winning programme of work experience placements, education programmes and

community outreach work, being awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in June 2021. The People’s Orchestra ensembles include:
1. The People’s Orchestra:
One of the leading community orchestras in the country for advanced musicians aged 14+ years old. It is known for its exciting repertoire celebrating the world of film, games, popular classical music, TV and show music. The orchestra represents musicians from every socio-economic and ethnic background coming together to share the joy of music-making.
2. The Rusty Players Orchestra:
An orchestra for anyone who wants to play music but hasn’t played for some time or is new to playing an instrument. There are now Rusty Orchestras in; South Birmingham and Carmarthen. Check out our separate Rusty page for more information:
https://www.facebook.com/TheRustyPlayersOrchestra
3. The People’s Big Band:
A Band for lovers of Swing, Jazz and Innovation. Check out our separate Big Band page for more information:
https://www.facebook.com/ThePeoplesBigBand
4. The People’s Show Choir:
Open to all ages and abilities, this is a growing network of community choirs around the country for anyone who enjoys singing and would like to join a friendly choir. Performing well-loved songs from stage and screen, no previous singing experience is necessary, and all adults and children aged 9 and upwards are welcome. There are now show choirs in Central Birmingham, South Birmingham, Brackley, West Bromwich, Cheltenham and Halesowen. Check out our separate page for more information and our YouTube channel for videos of our choirs:
https://www.facebook.com/ThePeoplesShowChoir and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnCJV9wynWr6j_vVd5atn-w

Current Activities:
• Come and help us celebrate the Commonwealth Games- Bringing together amateur musicians and singers from across the Commonwealth for live and virtual events. Check out our separate page for more information or visit our website:
https://www.facebook.com/CommonwealthCMI
• We have a Podcast, Just the Tonic with Katie Derham, where we discover the power of music and arts. You can listen to it here: shows.acast.com/just-the-tonic
• FREE Sing together workshops- All are welcome. These workshops are emailed to you every month and are available for you to replay over and over again. Check out our separate page for more information or you can sign up now by clicking the link:
https://www.facebook.com/Sing-Together
https://thepeoplesorchestra.com/register-stw-2/

If these sound like something you would like to get involved with, please direct message us or visit our website for more information. Newcomers are always welcome and the first two weeks are free. https://thepeoplesorchestra.com/

Yesterday was so good to be back!!  🎻 😇 TPO kicked off a brand-new term with new music, new company but with the same ha...
07/09/2026

Yesterday was so good to be back!! 🎻 😇

TPO kicked off a brand-new term with new music, new company but with the same happy vibes and friendly faces as ever! 😃

Conductor Saph was excited to lead the orchestra to practice the exciting 'Flight To Neverland' (which always gets us in a buzz!) and new-to-practice piece 'When She Loved Me' from Toy Story 2. Can't wait to play more new scores coming over the next few weeks! ✨️ 🎼

If you want to join us, it's not too late! Follow the link in the comments to get started on 2 free rehearsals now 👇️

Pic: Indie Images Photography (in place of rehearsal photo 😅 )

📣 CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT - TICKETS ON SALE! 🎟️ 'Something Magical: A Film Night In' is coming to Birmingham Symphony Hall ...
04/09/2026

📣 CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT - TICKETS ON SALE! 🎟️

'Something Magical: A Film Night In' is coming to Birmingham Symphony Hall for the very first time! 🤩🎄

The People’s Orchestra Charity proudly returns to the world-renowned Symphony Hall in Birmingham this December with a cosy festive-themed night of film music. ⭐️ 🎼

Settle in with The People’s Orchestra and Show Choirs for an evening of fan favourites and forgotten treasures from stage and screen. Re-live the heartwarming magic of Treasure Planet, Stardust and Oliver! in a night of beautiful lights, festive vibes and stunning music - performed by 70 piece orchestra and 450 piece choir. 🎻

We will also be returning to the fabulous Elgar Concert Hall at UoB, bringing the magic of the festive season to more audiences across the region.

DATES:
📌 Saturday 12th December - Birmingham Symphony Hall - 4:00pm (tickets available now ia link in the comments)
📌 Sunday 13th December - Elgar Concert Hall - 4:00pm (link coming soon)

🎫 Tickets are ON SALE NOW - if you're an early bird, don't miss out on grabbing the best seat in the house! 🥰

📸 Indie Images Photography

Super excited for our new group's Come and Play day!Check out the post below for all the details 👀🎻🎶
04/09/2026

Super excited for our new group's Come and Play day!

Check out the post below for all the details 👀🎻🎶

WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR "COME AND PLAY" DAY!

Are you wanting to play in a local orchestra but don't know where to start?Cerddorfa'r Bobl is your destination, and our Come and Play day is your ticket there!

4 hours of making music with like minded musicians. No pressure, no auditions, no expectations, but a great opportunity to come and give us a go and see how much you enjoy playing in our group!

Check out the details below:
- Date: Saturday 19th September 2026
- Time: 11am to 3pm
- Location: St Mary's Parish Centre, Union Street, Carmarthen, SA31 3DE
- Cost: Free!

Sound good? Sign up using the link in our comments and make sure to bring your instrument, a music stand and a pencil. We can't wait to see you there!

If you have any questions, give us a shout on [email protected] and one of our friendly team will be able to help you.

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YMUNWCH Â'N DIWRNOD CHWARAE NEU CANU

A ydych am chwarae mewn cerddorfa ond ddim yn gwybod ble i ddechrau? Cerddorfa'r Bobl yw eich cyrchfan, ac mae ein Diwrnod Chwarae a Canu yn eich tocyn i fynd yno!

4 awr o gerddoriaeth gyda cherddorion sy'n rhannu'r un syniadau. Dim pwysau, dim prawf cymeradwyo, dim disgwyliadau, ond cyfle gwych i ni roi cynnig arni.

Edrychwch ar y manylion yma:

- Dyddiad: Dydd Sadwrn 19 o Fedi
- Amser: 11yb a 3yp
- Lleoliad: Canolfan Santes Fair, Stryd yr Undeb, Caerfyrddin, SA31 3DE
- Pris: Am ddim!

A yw hynny'n swnio'n dda? Cofrestrwch gan ddefnyddio'r ddolen yn ein sylwadau ac peidiwch ag anghofio dod â'ch offeryn, stand cerddoriaeth a phensel. Ni allwn aros i eich gweld yno!

Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, siaradwch â ni yn [email protected]. Bydd un o'n tîm cyfeillgar yn eich helpu.

Join our instrumental team and help shape the future of Cerddorfar'r Bobl! We're looking for an administrative assistant...
03/09/2026

Join our instrumental team and help shape the future of Cerddorfar'r Bobl! We're looking for an administrative assistant to aid in the operational delivery of our newest group in South Wales.

If you're proactive, flexible and organised, and based around Carmarthen, we would love to hear from you!

For more information, please see the advert below.

Join The People’s Orchestra Charity as our Administrative Assistant to The People's Orchestra in Carmarthen.

Are you proactive, flexible and passionate about helping with the launch of a new orchestra? We're looking for a part-time orchestral assistant to help with the operational delivery of our new orchestra in Carmarthen.

In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery of communications, music and administrative processes for musicians at our weekly rehearsals. Working with our instrumental team based in the West Midlands, this role supports consistent delivery of quality rehearsals and seamless operations, as an integral link between staff and players throughout the term.

This is a part-time role, including onsite attendance at weekly Thursday evening rehearsals during term time and essential administrative responsibilities. This position is equivalent to 4 to 6 hours per week across 36 weeks per year.

Occasional weekend work and travel will be required to aid in the production of the ensemble's concert schedule.

We value teamwork, excellent communication, a keen interest in live music, and the ability to thrive under pressure, often in a self-guided manner. Welsh language skills are desirable for this post. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected].


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Ymunwch â’r Elusen People' Orchestra fel ein Cynorthwyydd Gweinyddol i Gerddorfa’r Bobl yn Gaerfyrddin.

A ydych yn weithgar, hyblyg ac yn frwdfrydig am helpu gyda lansiad cyngerdd newydd? Rydym yn chwilio am ysgrifennydd cerddorfa rhan-amser i helpu gyda'r ddarpariaeth weithredol o'n seinllyfr newydd yng Nghaerfyrddin. Yn y rôl brysur hon, byddwch yn gyfrifol am sicrhau cyflwyno llyfn cyfathrebiadau, cerddoriaeth a phrosesau gweinyddol i gerddorion yn ein harholiadau wythnosol. Byddwch yn gweithio gyda'n tîm offerynnol sydd wedi'i leoli yn West Midlands, Lloegr. Mae'r rôl hon yn cefnogi darparu cyson o ymarferion cerddoriaeth o ansawdd uchel a gweithrediadau di-dor. Bych chi'n gyswllt hanfodol rhwng y staff a'r chwaraewyr trwy gydol y flwyddyn.

Mae hwn yn rôl rhan-amser, yn cynnwys presenoldeb yn y safle yn ystod ymarferion nos Iau wythnosol yn ystod amser y tymor a chyfrifoldebau gweinyddol hanfodol. Mae'r swydd hon yn gyfwerth â pedwar i chwe awr yr wythnos dros tri deg chwech wythnos y flwyddyn.

Bydd gwaith achlysurol penwythnos a teithio yn ofynnol i helpu i gyflawni dyddiadur cyngherddau'r gerddorfa.

Rydym yn gwerthfawrogi gwaith tîm, cyfathrebu rhagorol, diddordeb cryf mewn cerddoriaeth fyw, a'r gallu i ffynnu o dan bwysau, yn aml dan arweiniad eich hun. Mae sgiliau'r iaith Gymraeg yn dymunol ar gyfer y swydd hon. Rydym wedi ymrwymo i gyfartaledd, amrywiaeth a chynhwysiad, ac rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr o bob cefndir.

I wneud cais, anfonwch eich CV a llythyr cwmpasu at [email protected].

Feeling the post-concert blues? Need something magical to look forward to in the calendar? Tune in this Friday 4th Septe...
02/09/2026

Feeling the post-concert blues? Need something magical to look forward to in the calendar?

Tune in this Friday 4th September, 10AM (BST) for a special announcement you won't want to miss! 😊

02/09/2026

September is the time for new adventures and an appropriate theme tune has to go with it! Who else now has the Indiana Jones theme stuck in their head for the rest of the day? 🤠🎺🎶

In other exciting news, we’re back for a brand-new term with TPO Birmingham starting Sunday 6th September at The Hub Hazelwell, Vicarage Road, Birmingham, B14 7NH from 4-7pm and TPO Carmarthen (Cerddorfar’r Bobl) will be launching on Thursday 24th September at St Mary’s Church, Union Street, Carmarthen, SA31 3DE from 7-9pm - will you be joining us? 😊

27/08/2026

Time flies…! 😵‍💫⌚️

Have to remind ourselves occasionally how far we’ve come on this rollercoaster journey!

To go from busking on Birmingham’s high street with only five musicians, to performing as an orchestra with 600+ singers in front of an audience at the world-renowned Symphony Hall is a milestone we’re feeling quite proud to have accomplished..! 😌

Here’s to the next lot of exciting musical adventures we’ll be having. What’s been your favourite highlight on this journey so far? Let us know in the comments 👇

20/08/2026

How DARE this film score gem 💎 go so hard 🔥🎶

Our musicians loved performing ‘Legend of Zorro’. Such an underrated piece!

REPOST if you agree 🔄

17/08/2026

Going identity mad! Channelling our inner Freddie to this FUN and peppy arrangement of an iconic smash hit! 🎶🎤🎻

📌 Symphony Hall, Birmingham - July 2026

13/08/2026

POV: you’re backstage giving the announcement to an audience at Birmingham Symphony Hall (no pressure??? 🙈😅)

Filmed at Jukebox Live! @ Birmingham Symphony Hall

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